Dara O'Shea, born in the Republic of Ireland on the 4th day of March 1999, serves as a central defender for Burnley. With a build standing at 6 feet 2 inches and tipping the scales at 13 stone, he's no small man on the field. Since 2023, he's been donning the number 2 jersey.
The lad has not only lent his size and skills to his club, but also to his country, earning call-ups to the Republic of Ireland squad. A testament, no doubt, to his abilities on the field.
In the 2023-2024 season, O'Shea was a regular choice for Burnley, pulling on the jersey for a total of 33 matches and managing to chalk up three goals. He also made his mark on the FA Cup with a solo start performance and made significant contributions to the Euro Qualifiers with a combination of three starts and two substitute appearances.
Prior to his move to Burnley, O'Shea lent his boots to West Bromwich Albion, making great strides for the team in England. From his debut season of 2019-2020 where he appeared 17 times and scored three times through to the 2022-2023 season where he appeared in 37 matches and netted two goals. His efforts helped shape the Baggies' campaigns during his stay.
Looking ahead, the 2024-2025 season will see O'Shea continue to ply his trade at Burnley. Given his past performance, one expects to see consistent appearances and more goals. As the 25-year-old enters his prime years, only time will tell what heights he achieves. A career to keep an eye on, indeed.
